Permits

General Permit Information

If you know which permit you need, please go to FORMS to download the application form.
Instructions for each permit are on the application form.
To pay for your building permit online Click Here

See below for general permit information.


Building Permit

Any construction, alteration, moving, demolition or change in the nature of occupancy of any building or other structure.

Certificate of Occupancy

Any construction which required the issuance of a building permit.  Any change in the nature of occupancy of an existing building or other structure.

Demolition

Any construction which requires removing or destroying a building or structure. 

Electrical

Any additional installation or modification to a building's electrical system; plans must also be filed with the Village and inspected by an approved Electrical Inspection Agency.  Any exterior lighting fixtures installed must be incandescent, unless approved by the Village Planning Board.

 Elevators

Installations or alterations to existing equipment. Please complete a Building Permit Application.

Fences

All new or replacement fence installations require a permit.

Repairs to existing fences do not. 

All in-ground swimming pools are required to be completely enclosed by fencing, in conformity with State requirements.

◊ Generator Installation

Emergency generator installation.

◊ Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations 

Any alteration or replacement of cabinetry, countertops, sinks, tile, fixtures etc. needs a building permit. Please see application for more information. 

Oil Burning Equipment

Installation or removal of oil burning equipment, including boilers, burners and fuel tanks.

Plumbing

Any installation which affects drainage, vent or water supply piping, including the extension, relocation and/or removal of piping. 

Installation/addition/alteration to gas piping

Recreational Structure

Installation of recreational structure: Playset

Roof / Siding Installation Permit

Installation or replacement of roof/siding

Sheds

Installation or replacement of shed

Signs & Awnings

Installation of new or replacement/refinishing of old signs


When to Contact Us

◊      The Village requires you obtain the proper permits for construction work performed on your property.

◊      Depending upon the type of work you may need one or more permits.

◊      Every construction project is unique please contact the Building Department at 914-337-7338 for detailed instructions of which permits you'll need.

◊      The best way to reach the Building Department is by email - click the name below or in How To Reach Us.